Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Commercial Music (W390)

The BSc Music Performance and Production degree at the University of Chester offers an immersive, practically driven education designed to develop your talents as both a music producer and performer. Embedded in a hands-on environment, the course enables students to hone skills such as recording techniques, studio mixing, live sound engineering, songwriting, and arranging—core competencies vital for success in the modern music industry.

Students will work within state-of-the-art, fully equipped recording and rehearsal studios, gaining access to a wide array of musical instruments and equipment to facilitate practice, study, and skill refinement. The course also provides access to industry-standard software, operated in dedicated Apple Mac suites or within studio settings, allowing students to produce high-quality recordings and compositions.

Beyond technical training, the program offers valuable industry engagement opportunities. These include collaborations with local music venues, regional musicians, and industry professionals. Additionally, students can participate in events like Creative Futures, which provide exclusive insights into the music sector through performances, masterclasses, workshops, and networking with practising musicians, academics, and industry insiders.

This comprehensive approach aims to produce versatile, multi-skilled, and employable musicians who are ready to excel in performance, production, or other professional pathways within the music industry.